Our Musselburgh racing tips cover all 6 races on the card today, Monday 24th August 2026. The action gets underway at 14:15 and runs through to 16:45, with going reported as 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements).
A few names jump off the page from a course-form perspective. Mayor Of Maghera boasts a 50% strike rate from 4 runs at the track, Mikey Sheehy has been in fine form here with 1 wins from 4 rides, R K Watson’s yard sends out runners with a 40% strike rate at this venue. Below you’ll find race-by-race breakdowns with our top selections, live odds and tipster picks.
Tipster Performance at Musselburgh
Here’s how the leading tipsters have fared at Musselburgh over the last two years (minimum 10 selections):
| Tipster | Source | Selections | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotlight | Racing Post | 16 | 6 | 37.5% | 62.5% |
| Jeffrey Ross | Sporting Times | 17 | 6 | 35.29% | 64.71% |
| Melissa Jones | D Express | 12 | 4 | 33.33% | 75% |
| RP Ratings | Racing Post | 20 | 6 | 30% | 75% |
| Andrew Mount | Racing and Football Outlook | 11 | 3 | 27.27% | 72.73% |
14:15 – Irish EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB Race)
Race Details: 5f | Class 4 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This doesn’t look an especially deep maiden and the market has latched firmly onto The Mean Fiddler, which is easy enough to understand after a pair of runner-up efforts that set a clear standard. He brings the best rating in the field and, unlike plenty of these, has already shown he can cope with the sharp demands of a 5f juvenile contest. Calef is the obvious one to give him most to think about on the figures, having knocked on the door several times, while By Jove Grace has a little bit of place potential from a good low draw. The newcomers, headed by Paphos, add a layer of intrigue, but on what we’ve actually seen, this looks more solid than tricky and the favourite is hard to crab.
Top Selections
1. The Mean Fiddler – 4/9 with Bet365
Jockey: Jason Hart | Trainer: John & Sean Quinn | Form: 22 | Rating: 87 | Topspeed: 62
There’s no mystery here: The Mean Fiddler has achieved more than anything else in the line-up and sets the standard by a fair margin. Two seconds from two starts is the sort of profile you expect to see in a maiden winner waiting to happen, and that 87 rating makes him the clear form horse. Jason Hart is an eye-catching booking for a yard that does well with sharp juveniles, and this doesn’t look the deepest contest he’ll have faced. At 4/9 you’re not stealing money, but he’s the one with the most convincing credentials and is very hard to oppose if reproducing either of those first two runs. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Calef – 4/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Daniel Tudhope | Trainer: David O’Meara | Form: 44344U | Rating: 77 | Topspeed: 77
Calef is the one that makes most each-way appeal because, while he’s had enough chances, his form stack is still stronger than the rest of the opposition behind the favourite. The sequence of placed efforts tells you he’s been thereabouts, and that 77 Topspeed figure is notably the best in the field, which gives him a proper chance of at least chasing home the jolly. The unplaced effort last time needs forgiving, but Daniel Tudhope aboard for O’Meara at Musselburgh is never something to dismiss lightly. He may not have the upside of a dark horse, but at 4/1 he looks the percentage play for those wanting to take on the short one without getting reckless. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
The Mean Fiddler is the straightforward win play and looks the most likely opener on the card. If you want a second angle, Calef is the sensible each-way punt in an eight-runner field with three places on offer. By Jove Grace looks the main danger for minor money, while any market confidence behind debutant Paphos would be worth noting.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paphos | 8/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Pivotal Star | 66/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| The Mean Fiddler | 4/9 | 4/9 | 4/9 | 4/9 | 4/9 | 4/9 (Bet365) |
| By Jove Grace | 9/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Calef | 4/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 3/1 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Classyfied | 33/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 22/1 | 25/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| La Flor Granada | 50/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
| Sable Noir | 50/1 | 35/1 | 40/1 | 28/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Ross | The Mean Fiddler |
| The Duke | The Mean Fiddler |
| Mercury | The Mean Fiddler |
14:45 – National Racehorse Week Nursery Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This looks a fairly ordinary seven-runner nursery, but it is still an interesting little puzzle because the obvious one is up against a few unexposed types now stepping into handicap company. Forest Berry arrives on the back of a breakthrough win and is the one they all have to beat for a yard that knows exactly how to place a 2yo improver. Bluestone Lady has more mileage on the clock and brings solid enough form for this grade, while Astral Calling is the potential fly in the ointment if handicaps help unlock improvement. Le Grand Etoile and Bonjour Belle are not without bits of appeal off low weights, but this does not look a deep race and the market leader has a lot going for him if reproducing his latest effort.
Top Selections
1. Forest Berry – 10/11 with Bet365
Jockey: Luke Morris | Trainer: Sir Mark Prescott Bt | Form: 724241 | Rating: 69 | Topspeed: 47
Forest Berry is short enough, but he is hard to oppose. That form string shows a colt going the right way, and he got off the mark last time in the manner of one who has found his level now switched into nurseries. Prescott is the obvious angle here: when his juveniles start putting things together, they often keep progressing, and Luke Morris is an ideal partner for this sort of steadily improving type. Off 69 he does not look harshly treated in a race lacking depth, and while 10/11 is no giveaway, he still holds the strongest claims on what we have seen so far. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Astral Calling – 13/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Nicholls | Trainer: K R Burke | Form: 670 | Rating: 63 | Topspeed: 57
Astral Calling is the one at a price who makes some each-way sense. The bare form is uninspiring, but three runs under Rules have at least qualified him for a mark, and a rating of 63 could underestimate him if handicapping sparks improvement. Burke’s youngsters are not always fully wound up in their early starts before finding their feet in this sphere, and his Topspeed of 57 is already competitive enough in a race of this modest quality. At 13/2, he looks more interesting than some of the exposed alternatives because there is still a bit of scope attached to him, and that matters plenty in nurseries like this. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Keep it simple: Forest Berry is the win play because he has the clearest recent form and looks the most likely improver again. For an each-way punt, Astral Calling appeals at the prices now entering handicap company off a workable-looking mark. Bluestone Lady is the obvious danger if backing up her earlier win, but the favourite sets the standard.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Berry | 10/11 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 10/11 | 10/11 (Bet365) |
| Rule Of The Agency | 14/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Bluestone Lady | 7/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 7/2 | 9/2 (Betfair) |
| The Resdev Rocket | 11/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Bonjour Belle | 12/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Le Grand Etoile | 14/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 14/1 (Bet365) |
| Astral Calling | 13/2 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Farringdon | Forest Berry |
| Newmarket | Forest Berry |
15:15 – ‘Celebrating Veteran Armed Forces’ Selling Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 5 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This looks a proper Musselburgh mile handicap in miniature: plenty arrive in form, several are well treated on old numbers, and there is not much between the principals if things fall right. Falcon Nine has been knocking loudly on the door with a string of runner-up efforts and sets the standard on consistency, while Yermanthere has been thriving for Tim Easterby and again looks sure to be involved from a good draw. Runninsonofagun is another with a solid recent profile, but stall 9 is not ideal around here, and the race may be decided by who gets the smoothest run rather than raw ability. Lower down, Miners Gamble and Motawaared have the sort of handicapping angles that make this more than just a match between the market leaders. Tricky, competitive, and far from a penalty kick.
Top Selections
1. Falcon Nine – 7/2 with Bet365
Jockey: Oisin Orr | Trainer: Iain Jardine | Form: 249222 | Rating: 77 | Topspeed: 72
He is becoming expensive to follow, granted, but Falcon Nine keeps running to a level that should make him very hard to keep out of the frame again and this may finally be his turn. Those recent seconds scream reliability rather than regression, and his Topspeed figure of 72 is one of the better numbers in the line-up. Drawn 7, he should be able to slot in without too much drama, and Oisin Orr is a positive booking for a horse who usually travels well enough to get involved. At 7/2 with Bet365, he is not a giveaway, but in a race full of ifs and buts he is still the one with the cleanest profile. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Miners Gamble – 8/1 with Betfair
Jockey: Mikey Sheehy | Trainer: Brian Ellison | Form: 968053 | Rating: 79 | Topspeed: 54
Miners Gamble is the each-way play because there are enough little positives to think he can outrun the price. The inside draw in stall 1 could be a real asset at this track if Mikey Sheehy can hold a handy position, and he does get in here with just 122lb, which makes him interesting in a race where some of the better-fancied runners are carrying plenty more. His latest third hinted that he is coming back to the boil, and Brian Ellison’s runner does not need to improve much to hit the first three in this company. Available at 8/1 with Betfair, he looks the value each-way punt in a race where plenty have similar chances. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Falcon Nine is the win bet on the strength of his rock-solid recent profile and the fact he keeps running well enough to take one of these. Miners Gamble is the each-way alternative, with the low draw and feather weight making him attractive at the prices. Yermanthere is the obvious danger, while Motawaared also has a case if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yermanthere | 4/1 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 7/2 | 4/1 (Bet365) |
| Runninsonofagun | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 11/2 | 7/2 | 11/2 (Sky Bet) |
| Theme Park | 17/2 | 13/2 | 13/2 | 5/1 | 15/2 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Simple Star | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 22/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Titainium | 9/1 | 9/1 | 17/2 | 12/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 (Sky Bet) |
| Mayor Of Maghera | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Falcon Nine | 7/2 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 11/4 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Princess Niyla | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 | 18/1 (Bet365) |
| Motawaared | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 (William Hill) |
| Miners Gamble | 13/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 11/2 | 8/1 (Betfair) |
| Langton Wold | 50/1 | 35/1 | 35/1 | 33/1 | 40/1 | 50/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Stephen Darbyshire | Mayor Of Maghera |
| Rory Paddock | Miners Gamble |
| Jim Delahunt | Motawaared |
| Jason Heavey | Motawaared |
15:45 – Ina And Ella MacGregor Handicap
Race Details: 7f | Class 4 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This looks a competitive little 3yo handicap rather than a penalty kick, with several arriving through solid northern form lines. Blakefell sets the standard on recent figures and has been knocking hard on the door, while Two Commanders is the obvious improver after a tidy start to handicapping. The Resdev Scholar is reliable enough to be in the mix again, but he does look a horse who keeps finding one too good. Lower down the weights, Light The Night Up and Carmel Valley are interesting if this turns into a test of who is best treated rather than who has the flashiest profile. Around Musselburgh’s sharp 7f, track position and pace matter, so the draw and a smooth trip could decide what is otherwise a tight, slightly tricky Class 4.
Top Selections
1. Blakefell – 11/4 with Paddy Power
Jockey: Jason Hart | Trainer: Ivan Furtado | Form: 2-1632 | Rating: 91 | Topspeed: 72
Blakefell is the percentage call. He has done little wrong this season, winning once and then shaping like a horse ready to strike again when placed on his last two starts. That Topspeed mark of 72 is among the better recent efforts in the field, and his profile is less patchy than plenty of these. Jason Hart is a good booking for a race where getting handy without doing too much too soon is important, and a mark of 91 still looks workable judged on how consistently he has been running. At 11/4, he is not a giveaway, but he is the one with the fewest holes in his case. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Light The Night Up – 11/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jack Nicholls | Trainer: K R Burke | Form: -44555 | Rating: 89 | Topspeed: 82
Light The Night Up is the each-way angle at a double-figure price. The form string does not leap off the page, but five consecutive respectable efforts in better races can be more appealing than one flashy run followed by a flop, and his Topspeed figure of 82 is the best in the field. That immediately makes him interesting off just 116, especially in a race where a few of the principals are more exposed at the weights. K R Burke’s horses are rarely here to make up the numbers, and if Jack Nicholls can keep him in striking range, this sharp 7f may suit better than some of the stiffer tracks he has been tackling. At 11/1, he looks the value each-way punt. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Blakefell is the win play because he brings the most solid current profile and looks primed to land one of these soon. For an each-way alternative, Light The Night Up makes plenty of appeal off a light weight with the best Topspeed number in the race. Two Commanders is the obvious danger if he finds a bit more, while The Resdev Scholar should be thereabouts again.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viper | 8/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 7/1 | 8/1 | 11/1 (Betfair) |
| The Resdev Scholar | 5/1 | 6/1 | 11/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 | 6/1 (Betfair) |
| Two Commanders | 10/3 | 5/2 | 9/4 | 3/1 | 3/1 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Blakefell | 9/4 | 2/1 | 11/4 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 11/4 (Paddy Power) |
| Velvet Rhythm | 10/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 12/1 (Paddy Power) |
| Siouxpersonic | 17/2 | 8/1 | 8/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 | 17/2 (Bet365) |
| Beyond The Bar | 16/1 | 10/1 | 12/1 | 10/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Yy Spirit | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Carmel Valley | 16/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 12/1 | 14/1 | 16/1 (Bet365) |
| Light The Night Up | 11/1 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 8/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| The North | Blakefell |
| sportinglife.com | Two Commanders |
| Robin Goodfellow | Two Commanders |
| Marlborough | The Resdev Scholar |
16:15 – Ocean Scotland Outdoor Advertising Handicap
Race Details: 5f | Class 6 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This looks a proper Musselburgh sprint handicap: tight margins, plenty with bits of form, and not much room for error over the minimum trip. So Grateful sets the standard on recent efforts after a string of runner-up finishes and is the obvious one to beat if reproducing that level again, while Wee Mary has been knocking on the door often enough to make her a serious player from the outside stall. Sixcor and Opal Storm have both shown they can win races of this nature, but neither arrives with quite the same consistency. It is not a deep race in quality terms, but it is a tricky little handicap where track position and early pace will count for plenty.
Top Selections
1. So Grateful – 9/4 with Bet365
Jockey: Joanna Mason | Trainer: Michael & David Easterby | Form: 904222 | Rating: 66 | Topspeed: 59
He is becoming expensive to follow, but there is no getting away from how solid his recent profile is in a race like this. Four straight seconds reads well at Class 6 level, and he has the joint-best topspeed figure in the line-up, which matters in a sharp 5f at Musselburgh. Draw 3 looks workable, Joanna Mason is a positive booking, and this veteran has enough tactical speed to hold a handy position. At 9/4 he is hardly hiding from the assessor or the market, but he is the one with the most persuasive current form and looks hard to oppose if getting a clean run. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Royal Duke – 10/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Rhys Elliott | Trainer: R Mike Smith | Form: 775650 | Rating: 65 | Topspeed: 61
This one is not exactly arriving in a blaze of glory, but there are reasons to think he could outrun his price. He has the best topspeed figure in the field, is berthed in stall 1, and that inside draw around here can be a major asset if he breaks on terms and grabs the rail. The recent form figures are uninspiring, no point pretending otherwise, yet he is now on a workable mark and drops into a race where several of these are exposed. At 10/1 with Bet365, he makes more appeal than some shorter-priced rivals as an each-way punt in a sprint that may set up for something ridden prominently from a good gate. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
So Grateful is the straight win play because his recent run of seconds gives him the strongest claims in the field. For an each-way alternative, Royal Duke makes appeal at double-figure odds from stall 1 if able to use that draw. Wee Mary is the obvious danger after a series of solid efforts, while Sixcor is another who cannot be dismissed if bouncing back.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opal Storm | 8/1 | 13/2 | 7/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 8/1 (Bet365) |
| Wee Mary | 10/3 | 7/2 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 7/2 (Betfair) |
| Sands Of Seve | 12/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| So Grateful | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 9/4 | 2/1 | 9/4 (Bet365) |
| Sixcor | 11/2 | 5/1 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 | 11/2 (Bet365) |
| Gwen Tennyson | 9/1 | 8/1 | 17/2 | 15/2 | 17/2 | 9/1 (Bet365) |
| Royal Duke | 10/1 | 17/2 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Ski Angel | 16/1 | 18/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 16/1 | 18/1 (Betfair) |
| Lady Bouquet | 10/1 | 8/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 9/1 | 10/1 (Bet365) |
| Breeze Star | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Dave Nevison | So Grateful |
| Tipman Tips | So Grateful |
| Ross Shepherd | Wee Mary |
16:45 – Watch On Racing TV Handicap
Race Details: 1m | Class 6 | Going: 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements) | | flat
This is a typical Musselburgh mile handicap in that plenty arrive with bits and pieces of form, but not many are bombproof. Misemerald makes obvious appeal from stall 1 after a string of solid efforts in this grade, while Hostelry comes here on the back of a deserved win and is clearly thriving despite his age. Due Respect also shaped well when second last time and looks firmly in the argument, and Approaching Dawn has the raw speed figures to get involved if bouncing back. It is not a deep race in quality, but it is competitive enough, with draw and track position likely to matter around here. In truth, it looks the sort of Class 6 where reliability counts for plenty.
Top Selections
1. Misemerald – 10/3 with Bet365
Jockey: Kevin Stott | Trainer: Philip Kirby | Form: 623423 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 57
Misemerald is the one with the fewest holes in the profile. She has been knocking on the door in this grade, her recent form figures reading well in the context of a race where plenty of these take turns running below par. The draw in stall 1 is another plus at Musselburgh over a mile, and that Topspeed mark of 57 stacks up very nicely at this level. Kevin Stott is a positive booking for a mare who usually travels well enough to hold a handy position, and at 10/3 she is short enough to show the market knows, but still fair in a race lacking depth. Bet: WIN
Bet: WIN
2. Due Respect – 5/1 with Bet365
Jockey: Jake Dickson | Trainer: Gary Rutherford | Form: 048952 | Rating: 68 | Topspeed: 54
Due Respect looks the each-way value if building on that latest second, which was one of his better efforts for a while and suggested he is ready to strike again in this sort of company. He is still only a 4yo, so there is a little more scope than with some of these exposed older handicappers, and his mark of 68 looks workable judged on his better runs. Stall 8 is not ideal, but it is not a coffin box either if he can get some cover early. Available at 5/1, he makes plenty of appeal as a solid each-way punt in a race where consistency is at a premium. Bet: EACH-WAY
Bet: EACH-WAY
Betting Strategy
Misemerald is the percentage call and makes most appeal as the win bet given her consistency, inside draw and strong recent profile. Due Respect is the each-way alternative at 5/1, especially with four places on offer in a 13-runner field. Hostelry is the obvious danger after winning last time, while Approaching Dawn is capable of going well if reproducing his better speed figures.
Live Odds Comparison
| Horse | Bet365 | Betfair | Paddy Power | Sky Bet | William Hill | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Bay | 28/1 | 35/1 | 35/1 | 33/1 | 25/1 | 35/1 (Betfair) |
| Thats My Boy Luke | 13/2 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 6/1 | 13/2 | 13/2 (Bet365) |
| Hostelry | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 | 7/2 (Bet365) |
| Jewel Maker | 12/1 | 11/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 | 12/1 (Bet365) |
| Due Respect | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Approaching Dawn | 5/1 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 9/2 | 5/1 | 5/1 (Bet365) |
| Joshuas Dream | 11/1 | 17/2 | 10/1 | 10/1 | 11/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Misemerald | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 | 10/3 (Bet365) |
| Caledonian Dream | 33/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 28/1 | 33/1 (Bet365) |
| Abu Royal | 11/1 | 7/1 | 15/2 | 15/2 | 9/1 | 11/1 (Bet365) |
| Bantz | 28/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 28/1 (Bet365) |
| Sievier | 66/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 50/1 | 66/1 (Bet365) |
| Serengeti Sunrise | 22/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 25/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 (Betfair) |
Tipster Selections
| Tipster | Selection |
|---|---|
| Sunday Express | Hostelry |
| Glendale | Hostelry |
Musselburgh Course Specialists
Horses To Note
The top course performers among today’s runners:
| Horse | Runs | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor Of Maghera | 4 | 2 | 50% | 100% |
| Blakefell | 3 | 1 | 33.33% | 66.67% |
| Approaching Dawn | 5 | 1 | 20% | 20% |
| Falcon Nine | 5 | 1 | 20% | 60% |
| Wee Mary | 5 | 1 | 20% | 40% |
Jockeys To Note
The pilots with the strongest records at the course:
| Jockey | Rides | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mikey Sheehy | 4 | 1 | 25% | 50% |
| Sam James | 180 | 40 | 22.22% | 42.78% |
| Daniel Tudhope | 294 | 58 | 19.73% | 44.9% |
| Zak Wheatley | 51 | 9 | 17.65% | 37.25% |
| Jack Nicholls | 12 | 2 | 16.67% | 33.33% |
Trainers To Note
Yards that have done well at Musselburgh:
| Trainer | Runners | Wins | Win % | Place % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R K Watson | 5 | 2 | 40% | 80% |
| L J Morgan | 38 | 10 | 26.32% | 57.89% |
| Grant Tuer | 130 | 29 | 22.31% | 48.46% |
| K R Burke | 191 | 40 | 20.94% | 35.08% |
| Gemma Tutty | 21 | 4 | 19.05% | 38.1% |
Summary & Best Bets
That wraps up our Musselburgh racing tips for Monday 24th August 2026. We’ve covered all 6 races with our top selections highlighted above. Use the betting strategies as a starting point, always shop around for the best odds, and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
FAQ
What time does racing start at Musselburgh today?
The first race at Musselburgh on Monday 24th August 2026 goes off at 14:15, with 6 races scheduled in total.
What is the going at Musselburgh today?
The going at Musselburgh is reported as 2.45, 3.15, 3.45 & 4.45 +7yds) (Good, good to soft in places (rail movements).
How many races are at Musselburgh today?
There are 6 races on the card at Musselburgh today, running from 14:15 through to 16:45.
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